Paul Rhys
Early life[edit]
Rhys was born in Neath to working class Catholic parents, Kathryn Ivory and Richard Charles Rhys, a labourer. From the age of ten, he bred and trained horses, becoming a highly accomplished rider. A committed punk during his youth, Rhys sang in several bands.[1] His first acting job was playing Liverpudlian judo expert Ralph in John Godber's hit play Bouncers, before leaving for London, where he qualified for his Equity card by singing jazz standards at lunchtime for Peter Boizot's Pizza Express and Kettners.
Personal life[edit]
Rhys was in a relationship with the late Australian actress Arkie Whiteley,[15][16] with whom he appeared in Gallowglass. When Whiteley was diagnosed with terminal cancer at the age of 36, he nursed her until her death.